There are 5 common cosmetic dentistry procedures to consider: teeth whitening, veneers, teeth straightening, dental implants, and teeth cleaning. Teeth whitening uses a gel to eliminate tooth staining and can provide dramatic results after 1-7 days. Veneers are used to permanently fix teeth appearances by placing tooth-colored materials over the front of the teeth. Teeth straightening uses various techniques over 6-15 months to realign teeth. Dental implants replace missing teeth with titanium posts and crowns that resemble natural teeth. Teeth cleanings performed by dentists and hygienists take 20-60 minutes to remove plaque and promote oral health.
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DENTIST CONTRIBUTORS
PAUL ABRAHAMS (GDC no 64963)
SMILEMORE LIMITED
(http://www.toothpick.com/practice/smile-more-dental-care)
TOOTHPICK MEMBER SINCE AUGUST 2013
Paul is on the board of directors of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
(BACD) and has worked in private practice in St John’s Wood for 21 years. He has
undertaken extensive post graduate studies in cosmetic and aesthetic dentistry,
encompassing veneers, orthodontics and whitening, and has carried out hundreds
of successful procedures.
KEVIN GILMORE (GDC number 80881)
DENTAL HEALTHCARE MARLOW, BERKSHIRE
(http://www.toothpick.com/practice/dental-healthcare-marlow)
TOOTHPICK MEMBER SINCE MAY 2013
Kevin has over 12 years experience in all aspects of routine and cosmetic dentistry.
He has completed a broad range of post graduate training including the
prestigious Diploma in Implantology at the Royal College of Surgeons in England.
He currently practices in Marlow Buckinghamshire.
NOTE:
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• Details are relevant for NHS England
only, and will vary for the rest of Britain
• The five procedures covered represent
the most commonly used options,
although other treatments exist
SOURCES:
http://www.nhs.uk/Livewell/dentalhealth/Pages/teeth-whitening.aspx
• All prices are estimates, based on
publically available data
http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/teethwhitening.html
http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/orthodontics.html
http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Orthodontics/Pages/Introduction.aspx
http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/implants.html
http://www.nhs.uk/Livewell/dentalhealth/Pages/Dentaltreatments.aspx
http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/oral-hygiene.html
http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/veneers.html
*You should always consult with your
dentist or professional healthcare
provider before starting or changing any
dental treatment. This infographic is for
general information purposes only and is
not a substitute for professional dental
advice or treatment.
*Times should act as a guide and your
dentist will advise more accurate times
based on your clinic needs